Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old
Grosperrin
£89
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Grosperrin | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 51.7% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £89.25 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old is better value at £89 vs £90.
For beginners: Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£89.25 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £89.25)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Grosperrin?
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire 18 Year Old
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)